Supply Chain Program Manager II

Sierra Nevada • Greenville, TX

84d

About The Position

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations - with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries. SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we're applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.S. Air Force's (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies. If you're passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission. Learn more about NC3 and SAOC here.

Requirements

• Required Bachelor's Degree with an emphasis Technical/Engineering concentration.
• Typically, 8+ years of progressive supply chain experience, which includes 4+ years of program/people management experience.
• Experience in multiple phases of product cycle to include prototyping, development, qualification, certification, LRIP (Low-Rate Initial Production), FRP (Full Rate Production) and Sustainment.
• Working experience in program management and knowledge of supply chain techniques including procurement regulatory requirements.
• Experience working with the Department of Defense (DoD) and Aerospace and Defense (A&D) sectors.
• Experienced in Design for Supply Chain (DFSC) initiatives, including Design to Product Target Cost (DPTC) methodologies.
• Working knowledge with Risk and Opportunity Management, EVMS, Material Sale Forecasts, ERP/MRP, Gate Reviews.
• Proficiency in oral and written communication, with ability to present in front of groups.
• Advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills to include, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Ability to travel 25% of time on average, with extensive travel from time to time.

Nice To Haves

• Higher technical education (postgraduate) may be considered as substitute for relevant technical experience.
• Strong Understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
• Understanding of FAA Regulations, AS9100, Cyber Security, and other industries requirements.
• Ability to influence all levels of the organization.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance may be required.
• Program Management Professional (PMP) or applicable Defense Acquisition University (DAU) certifications.
• Certification by the Institute of Supply Management (ISM).
• Experience working in CostPoint or other MRP/ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of SCPCs and SCPM 1, providing daily oversight and guidance on SNC's tools, procedures, and processes.
• Participate in and occasionally lead programmatic and technical meetings with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Attend Program Reviews with subcontractors to provide updates, communicate needs and status, and request program-driven changes.
• Develop the Program-level Supply Chain Management Plan, outlining supply chain strategies, reporting, and communication plan.
• Develop a cohesive strategy for forming effective teaming within our supply chain network which encompasses a robust framework that ensures seamless integration.
• Develop comprehensive negotiation strategies to facilitate the formalization of strategic agreements with key suppliers.
• Create tailored sourcing strategies that address each category's unique requirements and actively engage cross-functional teams in collaborative planning sessions.
• Evaluate the performance and capabilities of current suppliers and the supply chain, forecast future needs, and develop negotiation strategies that promote sustained collaboration.
• Lead make / buy assessments from supply chain perspective.
• Collaborate and communicate potential long-term investment strategies to reduce lead-time and cost.
• Identify and coordinate the need for alternate or additional sources to enhance competition and leverage.
• Lead business requirements, technical evaluations, risk assessments, and Basis of Estimate (BOE) strategies in support of proposals and new pursuits.
• Provide supply chain strategy and status to internal and external customers.
• Support SNC's Design for Excellence (Dfx) initiatives by leading the Design for Supply Chain (DFSC) efforts.
• Act as the liaison between the Supply Chain management team and the program to ensure alignment of prime requirements.
• Initiate the Purchase Requisition (PR) to Purchase Order (PO) process.
• Create and update Supply Chain Program Review Charts, dashboards, highlighting the current cost, technical, and schedule performance of each program.
• Coordinate between supply chain teams to ensure timely schedules and milestone delivery.
• Communicate supply chain status, identify/manage risk and opportunity.
• Champion and present status of recovery plans to all stakeholders at the program level or to senior supply chain leadership.
• Manage the cost, technical, and schedule aspects of supply chain for a given proposal or program.
• Track progress against the Supply Chain schedule, identifying and addressing any deviations.
• Lead the development of Supplier/Subcontractor Statements of Work (SSOW), Supplier Data Requirement Lists (SDRLs), and other requirements flow downs.
• Identify potential risks within program specific supply chain and present mitigation plans to address risk.
• Use Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques to assess project performance.
• Monitor actual costs against budgeted costs and report variances.
• Prepare regular status reports on cost, schedule, and performance metrics.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%.
• Life insurance.
• 3 weeks paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees